Premium Meats, Elevated Menus: Carmela Foods Welcomes Piedmontese and Whittingham

At Carmela Foods, our goal is simple: deliver excellence with every cut. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce two new premium meat partners to our portfolio — Certified Piedmontese and Whittingham Meats — both recognized for exceptional quality, consistency, and flavor.

“We’re proud to bring both Whittingham and Piedmontese into the Carmela Foods family,” says Tony Tocco, owner/founder of Carmela Foods. “Whittingham delivers old-school butcher craftsmanship with the precision our chef-driven customers demand, while Piedmontese brings the kind of innovation, quality, and flavor that align perfectly with where the culinary world is headed.”

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Certified Piedmontese: Lean, Tender, Legendary

Certified Piedmontese beef is unlike anything else in the industry. Sourced from a rare Italian breed raised responsibly in the American Midwest, this beef delivers steakhouse-level tenderness with a fraction of the fat and calories of conventional beef. The naturally lean genetics mean no added growth hormones and fewer saturated fats — making it a top choice for chefs, dietitians, and health-conscious diners alike.

Offerings: 

Piedmontese Ground Beef (85/15 & 96/4) 

Filet Mignon & Ribeye Steaks 

Beef Franks & Burgers 

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Whittingham Meats: Time-Tested Quality, Chef-Driven Cuts

Family-owned since 1972, Whittingham Meats has built its reputation on consistency, precision cutting, and Midwestern pride. Their USDA-certified facility ensures unmatched freshness and safety, while custom-cutting capabilities and aged-to-order programs deliver exactly what chefs demand.

Offerings: 

26 oz Bone-In Ribeye

Dry-Aged Strip Steaks & Shortloins

Porterhouse & Tomahawk Steaks 

With Piedmontese and Whittingham on board, Carmela Foods customers now have access to two of the most respected meat programs in the country — from lean luxury to dry-aged decadence. 

For more information about these and all Carmela offerings visit: www.carmelafoods.com